AquaScape AQUABLOX 29491 Instructions for use

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INSTRUCTIONS & MAINTENANCE
AQUABLOX®
WATER STORAGE
MODULES
PROFESSIONAL GRADE
AquaBlox®Small Water
Storage Module
Item #29491
AquaBlox®Large Water
Storage Module
Item #29492

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Thank you for choosing the Aquascape
AquaBlox®Water Storage Modules. At
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nature intended. Since 1991 we’ve been creating
and field-testing water features in order to
provide you with the most reliable products and
best value in the water gardening industry.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ………………………………… 2
Assembly Instructions ……………………… 3
Components ……………………………… 3-4
Tank Installation ……………………………… 4
Diagrams ……………………………………10
Warranty Information…………………………16
The Aquascape AquaBlox®Water Storage Modules are
ideal for use with Pondless®Waterfall reservoirs, rainwater
harvesting projects, and other various water feature
applications. AquaBlox®are manufactured using recycled
materials and designed to efficiently maximize water storage
capacity.
AquaBlox®Water
Storage Modules
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A
B
B
A
Assembly Instructions
Small Matrix consists of 8 panels: 2 “A”, 2 “C” and
4 “D” (see diagram on page 4 for dimensions)
Large Matrix consists of 8 panels: 4 “A” and
4 “B” (see diagram on page 4 for dimensions)
8"
Panel D
Panel A
Panel C
26.5"
16"
26.5"
8"
16"
• To build a double unit (or larger), follow the directions
above, connecting the small panels to large panel on
the top of a built AquaBlox®. Proceed with the remaining
panels to complete the stacked tank.
• Completed AquaBlox®modules should be staged as
close to the installation area as possible.
STEP 1
Evenly distribute and connect
the small panels to one large
panel.
STEP 2
Working from one end to the
other, attach a second large
panel on the opposite side of
the first.
STEP 3
Once the top and bottom
large panels are attached,
complete the sides of the
tank module. This is a "single"
AquaBlox®Water Storage
Module.
B
B
A
A
A
A
Common
Plate
Double Module Assembly
A
A
A
B
A
A
A
B
Triple Module Assembly
Components
Panel A
14.5"
16"
26.5"
16"
Panel B

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SMALL AQUABLOX®
The Small AquaBlox®is recommended in use with
Pondless®Waterfalls using the Pondless®Waterfall Vault
and also when constructing a wetland filter using the Large
Snorkel®Vault and Centipede®Module.
LARGE AQUABLOX®
The Large AquaBlox®is recommended in use with
Pondless®Waterfalls and Rainwater Harvesting System
using the Large Snorkel®Vault and Half- or Large
Centipede®Module.
NOTE: Be sure to check all pieces upon arrival for any damages that may have occured during shipping.
26.5" 16"
17.5"
26.5" 16"
9.5"
Load Bearing Top
Side
Load Bearing
Bottom
Small AquaBlox®Large AquaBlox®
Side
Side
Tank Installation
STEP 1
EXCAVATE STORAGE BASIN
It is recommended to lay out the position of the Pondless®Waterfall Vault and AquaBlox®prior to excavation in order to
determine actual excavation dimensions.
NOTE: An additional 6" of excavation is recommended per side of the basin to allow for AquaBlox®dimensions, sufficient
backfill material, and compaction required during backfilling.
See the diagrams below for examples of Pondless®Waterfall storage basin configurations. Larger storage basins can be
constructed by increasing the quantity of Small AquaBlox®and/or using the optional Snorkel Vault Extension in combination
with the Large AquaBlox®. Liner and geotextile dimensions will vary according to the quantity and size of AquaBlox®used.
NOTE: Check for presence of high water table in the excavation, which must be kept at levels a minimum of 3 feet below
the bottom of the AquaBlox®structure at all times.

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STEP 2
EXCAVATE LOCATION OF PONDLESS®WATERFALL VAULT, SNORKEL VAULT, AND CENTIPEDE MODULES
Excavate a recessed area for the Pondless®Waterfall Vault and Snorkel Vault. This positions the vault at the lowest point in
the storage basin allowing maximum water availability for the pump system.
For Aquascape Rainwater Harvesting System kits, please refer to diagram section for Snorkel®Vault and Centipede®Module
locations.
NOTE: An additional 6" of excavation is recommended per side.
Pondless®Waterfall Vault location
when using 3 AquaBlox®
For maximum structural strength
on larger storage basins locate
Pondless®Waterfall Vault
between AquaBlox®
Pondless®Waterfall Vault
Snorkel®Vault and Centipede®
STEP 3
PREPARE BASE
The base of the excavation should be smooth soil, flat and free of lumps and
debris. Check the size and depth of the excavation by placing the AquaBlox®into
the excavated area. There should be approximately 6"between the AquaBlox®and
the soil. Add compactable material such as sand, if existing soil conditions do not
meet requirements listed above. The compactable material should be spread to a 4"
minimum depth and compacted.

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STEP 4
INSTALL OUTER NON-WOVEN GEOTEXTILE UNDERLAYMENT
Lay the geotextile into the excavation covering the bottom and sides.
Multiple sections of geotextile can be overlapped to accomplish complete
coverage.
STEP 5
INSTALL 45 MIL EPDM LINER
Lay the liner into the excavation and position to cover entire storage basin.
Do not trim the excess liner material until later in the project.
STEP 6
INSTALL OPTIONAL INNER NON-WOVEN GEOTEXTILE
UNDERLAYMENT
It is recommended using a second layer of geotextile within the lined
storage basin to wrap around the bottom and sides of the AquaBlox®.
This is a precautionary step that helps protect the liner.
NOTE: All Rainwater Harvesting Water Storage Kits include enough
geotextile for both the inner and outer geotextile installation. Lay the
geotextile into the lined basin before installing the AquaBlox®. The
geotextile does not need to be wrapped over the top of the AquaBlox®,
just the bottom and sides.
STEP 7
INSTALL PONDLESS®WATERFALL VAULT OR SNORKEL®VAULT
AND CENTIPEDE®MODULE
Place the filter(s) into their proper location.
Pondless®Waterfall Vault

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NOTE: If using the Snorkel Vault and Centipede Modules, small cobbles will need to be backfilled around the excess
excavated perimeter of the filter in order to provide a sufficient base for the AquaBlox®to sit on.
STEP 8
INSTALL AQUABLOX®
Install AquaBlox®in the storage basin, butting them tightly against each other. After placement of the tanks, bring the inner
geotextile (if using) up the sides of the tanks. For the Rainwater Harvesting Water Storage Kits please refer to the Rainwater
Harvesting Water Storage Kits diagram that is being installed for the proper tank configuration.
NOTE: When stacking AquaBlox®only one panel “A” is required between the two joined AquaBlox®. See tank assembly
instructions for more detail.
Snorkel®Vault and Centipede®

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TANK MODULE ORIENTATION
The AquaBlox®must be installed with the correct orientation to ensure maximum load bearing capacity. See images below.
17.5"
16"

9.5"
16"

16"
9.5"

16"
17.5"

UP
STEP 9
BACKFILL SIDES
The excess excavation along the outside perimeter of the storage basin can be backfilled once all of the AquaBlox®are
installed. Use sand or compactible-free draining material to backfill evenly on all sides to secure the AquaBlox®into position.
NOTE: Make sure to evenly distribute backfill material around the perimeter of the basin, working your way up to final
grade. This will prevent AquaBlox®from shifting while backfilling. When backfilling, be sure to add the material between
outer layer of geotextile and liner. This will help to hold the AquaBlox®in place and improves drainage. Backfill materials
containing clay should not be used.
Backfill gravel here
STEP 10
INSTALL OVERFLOW (RAINWATER HARVESTING SYSTEMS)
The Rainwater Harvesting System requires an overflow to be installed in order to manage any excess water entering the
basin. The overflow should be located as high as possible in the storage basin in order to maximize the amount of water
storage. The overflow is installed by cutting a hole in the liner to the diameter of the male threads on the bulkhead adaptor
included in the overflow kit. The bulkhead can be installed into the liner with the rubber gasket located inside the storage
basin and the plastic gasket located on the outside of the storage basin liner. A small bead of silicone can be spread around
the rubber gasket where it meets the liner to help ensure a water-tight seal. Tighten down the large bulkhead nut being
careful to not over-tighten and crack the bulkhead. An adjustable overflow elbow is included with the overflow kit. Add Teflon
tape or silicone around the threads of the elbow and install into the bulkhead on the inside of the storage basin. This will
allow fine adjustment of the overflow height. Add Teflon tape or silicone around the threads of the PVC male pipe adaptor
and install into the bulkhead on the outside of the storage basin. PVC pipe can then be primed and glued into the overflow

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and run to the overflow location making sure to
maintain a decrease in elevation of 1 inch for
every 10 feet in run of overflow pipe for proper
water flow by gravity.
Managing the overflow will be determined by
the conditions on the site. One easy method of
managing the overflow is to create an infiltration
area using the AquaBlox®wrapped in geotextile
material. The quantity of AquaBlox®required
will be based on the site’s soil percolation
characteristics. See diagrams for example of
overflow configuration using AquaBlox®. There may
be other options based on the site characteristics,
such as discharging the overflow to a drainage
location on the property or directly back into the
storm water drain. Choose the best solution based
on the site’s characteristics.
Overflow Bulkhead Connection Overflow Infiltration
STEP 11
BACKFILL TOP AND FINISH EDGES
The AquaBlox®can be covered with a layer of 1½"or larger decorative gravel. Boulders
can be placed around the perimeter of the water storage basin to complete the edges
of the basin. The liner edges can be trimmed to at least 3"above the maximum water
level in the basin and backfilled behind the boulders.
Permeable paver applications installed
on top of the water storage basin
require a woven geotextile (item
#30219). The geotextile is laid directly
on top of the exposed AquaBlox®.
This will provide a base for the paver
screening to be spread.
NOTE: Do not use the inner and
outer Non-Woven Geotextile
Underlayment on top of the
AquaBlox®as it will potentially clog.
The built-in water level inspection port on the Pondless®Waterfall Vault allows the lid of the Pondless®Waterfall Vault to be
buried.

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Pondless®Waterfall application using:
• Large Snorkel®Vault and Half Centipede®Module filters
• Large AquaBlox®(additional AquaBlox®can be used to create larger storage capacity)
Diagram B
Diagram A
Pondless®Waterfall Vault application using:
• Pondless®Waterfall Vault using 3 AquaBlox®
• For maximum structural strength on larger storage basins locate Pondless®Waterfall Vault between AquaBlox®
Diagram A Diagram B
Diagram C
Pondless®Waterfall Vault
Pondless®Waterfall Vault with Extension
Diagram D
Application Diagrams

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Rainwater Harvesting Applications
• The following diagrams include examples of options associated with the Rainwater Harvesting System.
Decorative Fountain
5
Overflow Infiltration
3
Size varies based on potential overflow quantity
and site soil characteristics
High Powered Booster Pump
Non-Potable End Use
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3
4
To Overflow Infiltration
5
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Ph. 1-630-659-2000
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To Booster Pump To Decorative Water Feature
1. Gravel-Decorative 1/2" dia. plus
2. Gravel- 1 1/2"-3" dia. plus
3. Non-Woven Geotextile
4. 45mil EPDM Liner
5. AquaBlox®
6. AquaSurge™High Flow Pump
7. Snorkel™Centipede™Pump Vault
8. 3" or 4" Corrugated Drain Pipe
9. Downspout Filter
10. Snorkel™ Extension
RainXchange®
Rain Water Harvesting System
Side Note- A snorkel extension is needed for double or triple stacked AquaBlox®.
It may be necessary to cut off the top portion to get required final grade height.
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Rainwater Harvesting System
Decorative Fountain with Permeable Paver
Rainwater Harvesting System

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Pondless®Waterfall
Rainwater Harvesting System

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Rainwater Harvesting Water Storage Kits
• The following diagrams include the storage basin dimensions, AquaBlox®configuration, and location of the Snorkel®Vault
and Centipede®Modules.
NOTE: Overflow location and design are dependent on the site characteristics. See install overflow Rainwater Harvesting
section of instructions for more information. Basin sizes listed for each storage kit are approximations. It is recommended
to lay out AquaBlox®and position of Snorkel®Vault prior to excavation in order to determine actual excavation dimensions.
Please note an addtional 6" is recommended per side for free-draining backfill.
500 Gallon System, 6'x 9'x 4'Finished Basin,
16 AquaBlox®, 4 x 4 configuration Side View of 500 Gallon System, 4' Deep
1000 Gallon System, 6'x 9'x 5'Finished Basin,
32 AquaBlox®, 4 x 4 Configuration, 2 Layers
Side View of 1000 Gallon System, 5'Deep
1500 Gallon System, 8'x 9'x 5'Finished Basin,
48 AquaBlox®, 4 x 6 Configuration, 2 Layers
Side View of 1500 Gallon System

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2000 Gallon System. 11'x 9'x 5'Finished Basin,
64 AquaBlox®, 4 x 8 Configuration, 2 Layers
2500 Gallon System. 11'x 12'x 5'Finished Basin,
80 AquaBlox®, 5 x 8 Configuration, 2 Layers
3000 Gallon System. 11'x 9'x 6'Finished Basin,
96 AquaBlox®, 4 x 8 Configuration, 3 Layers
Side View of 2000 Gallon System, 5'Deep
Side View of 3000 Gallon System, 6'Deep
Side View of 2500 Gallon System, 5'Deep

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Wetland Filtration application using:
• Large Snorkel®Vault and Centipede®Module
• Small AquaBlox®- single layer along the bottom of wetland to promote good water circulation throughout the filter and
maximize the sediment storage and clean out efficiency.
Pump Wet Well application using:
• Large Snorkel®Vault and Centipede®Module
• Small AquaBlox®- single layer along the top of the Centipede Module to provide good water inflow for the pumps

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Warranty Information
10 YEAR WARRANTY
Aquascape warrants that the AquaBlox®will be free of manufacturing defects for 10 years from date of purchase.
Proof of purchase required. Warranty does not cover damage resulting from negligent handling, misapplication,
misuse, or lack of reasonable maintenance for care. If upon Aquascape’s inspection, the AquaBlox shows evidence
of a manufacturing defect, Aquascape’s liability is limited, at Aquascape’s option, to the repair of the defect,
replacement of the defective product, or refund of the original purchase price. The warranty excludes costs of labor,
removal of product, shipping and expenses related to the installation and re-installation of the product. No liability
for loss or damage of any nature or kind, whether arising out of or from the use of the product, whether defective
or not defective, is assumed by Aquascape, Inc. or its affiliates. Aquascape shall not be liable for any incidental,
consequential or other damages arising under any theory of law whatsoever.
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AquaBloxMD Small
Water Storage Module
Référence #29491
AquaBloxMD Large
Water Storage Module
Référence #29492

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TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Introduction …………………………………18
Instructions de montage ……………………19
Composants …………………………… 19-20
Installation du réservoir ………………………20
Diagrammes …………………………………26
Informations sur la garantie…………………32
Les modules de stockage d'eau Aquascape AquaBloxMD
sont idéaux pour une utilisation avec les réservoirs
PondlessMD Waterfall, les projets de collecte de l'eau de
pluie et d'autres applications diverses. Les AquaBloxMD sont
fabriqués à partir de matériaux recyclés et conçus pour
maximiser efficacement la capacité de stockage de l'eau.
AquaBloxMD Water
Storage Modules

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A
B
B
A
Instructions de montage
Small Matrix se compose de 8 panneaux: 2 «A», 2 «C» et
4 «D» (voir schéma page 4 pour les dimensions)
Large Matrix se compose de 8 panneaux: 4 «A» et
4 «B» (voir schéma page 4 pour les dimensions)
8 po
Panneau D
Panneau A
Panneau C
26.5 po
16 po
26.5 po
8 po
16 po
• Pour construire une unité double (ou plus grande),
suivez les instructions ci-dessus, en connectant les
petits panneaux à un grand panneau sur le dessus d'un
AquaBloxMD construit. Continuez avec les panneaux
restants pour terminer le réservoir empilé.
ÉTAPE 1
Répartissez et connectez
uniformément les petits
panneaux à un grand
panneau.
ÉTAPE 2
En travaillant d'un bout à
l'autre, fixez un deuxième
grand panneau sur le côté
opposé du premier.
ÉTAPE 3
Une fois les grands panneaux
supérieur et inférieur fixés,
complétez les côtés du
module de réservoir. Il s'agit
d'un module de stockage
d'eau AquaBloxMD «unique».
B
B
A
A
A
A
Assiette
commune
Assemblage de module double
A
A
A
B
A
A
A
B
Assemblage de trois modules
Composants
Panneau A
14.5 po
16 po
26.5 po
16 po
Panneau B
• Les modules AquaBloxMD terminés doivent être installés
aussi près que possible de la zone d'installation.

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PETIT AQUABLOXMD
Il est recommandé d'utiliser le Small AquaBloxMD avec les
cascades PondlessMD en utilisant le PondlessMD Waterfall
Vault et également lors de la construction d'un filtre pour
zones humides à l'aide du Large SnorkelMD Vault et du
module CentipedeMD.
GRAND AQUABLOXMD
Le grand AquaBloxMD est recommandé pour une utilisation
avec les cascades PondlessMD et le système de collecte des
eaux de pluie utilisant le Large SnorkelMD Vault et le module
demi-ou grand CentipedeMD.
REMARQUE : Assurez-vous de vérifier toutes les pièces à l'arrivée pour tout dommage pouvant survenir lors de
l'expédition.
26.5" 16"
17.5"
26.5" 16"
9.5"
Dessus de
roulement de charge
Côté
Roulement de
charge inférieur
Petit AquaBloxMD Grand AquaBloxMD
Côté
Côté
Installation du réservoir
ÉTAPE 1
EXCAVATE STORAGE BASIN
Il est recommandé de définir la position de la voûte en cascade PondlessMD et de l'AquaBloxMD avant l'excavation afin de
déterminer les dimensions réelles de l'excavation.
REMARQUE : Une excavation supplémentaire de 6 "est recommandée par côté du bassin pour tenir compte des
dimensions de l'AquaBloxMD, du matériau de remblayage suffisant et du compactage requis pendant le remblayage.
Voir les schémas ci-dessous pour des exemples de configurations de bassins de stockage PondlessMD Waterfall. Des
bassins de stockage plus grands peuvent être construits en augmentant la quantité de Small AquaBloxMD et / ou en utilisant
l'extension optionnelle Snorkel Vault en combinaison avec le Large AquaBlox®. Les dimensions de la doublure et du
géotextile varieront en fonction de la quantité et de la taille d'AquaBloxMD utilisé.
REMARQUE : Vérifiez la présence d'une nappe phréatique élevée dans l'excavation, qui doit être maintenue à des niveaux
d'au moins 3 pieds sous le bas de la structure AquaBloxMD en tout temps.